BRAMPTON, ON (October 6, 2022) – From October 9 to 15, the City of Brampton, including Brampton Fire and Emergency Services, and event sponsors Enbridge Gas and Dominos, are recognizing the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week to help educate the community on fire safety and preparedness.
This year’s theme, as announced by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), is “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape!” The theme is to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe from home fires.
Home escape planning
• Residents should have a Home Fire Escape Plan and practice it twice a year
• Establish a meeting place outside the front of your home
• Plan two ways out of every room
• Don’t ever go back inside for anything, including pets
• Get out, stay out! Call 9-1-1 immediately in case of a fire!
To celebrate the 100 year anniversary of Fire Prevention Week, the City of Brampton will be holding open houses at fire stations across the city. Be one of the first 50 families to receive a 10-year worry free combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarm. There will also be tours of fire trucks and stations.
Open Houses
Tuesday, October 11, 2022, 3:30 to 7 pm
Location Station 210, 10530 Creditview Road
Wednesday, October 12, 2022, 3:30 to 7 pm
Location Station 206, 7880 Hurontario Street
Wednesday, October 12, 2022, 3:30 to 7 pm
Location Station 207, 75 Vodden Street East
Thursday, October 13, 2022, 3:30 to 7 pm
Location Station 209, 2691 Sandalwood Parkway East
Friday, October 14, 2022, 3:30 to 7 pm
Location Station 202, 280 Bramalea Road
Links
• Home escape plan
• Home escape plan (multi-language)
Quotes
“As we recognize the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week, it’s important to remember that fire safety and education contributes to Brampton being a Healthy and Safe City. I encourage our residents to visit the open houses during Fire Prevention Week and build your own home fire escape plan to keep your family safe.”
- Patrick Brown, Mayor, City of Brampton
“Safety starts with you. I encourage residents to be proactive in their safety, and make a home fire escape plan, because it can save lives. Visit our open houses at your local fire station during Fire Prevention Week to learn more!”
- Rowena Santos, Regional Councillor, Wards 1 & 5; Chair, Community Services, City of Brampton
“Having a home fire escape plan is vital to reducing fire deaths and injuries. Take time to make a plan and review it with your family so everyone is aware of what to do in the event of a home fire. To celebrate 100 years of Fire Prevention Week, we are encouraging residents to visit our open houses, take a tour and learn about fire prevention.”
- Bill Boyes, Fire Chief, Brampton Fire and Emergency Services
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